European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine

Diabetes management remains a significant public health challenge. Community-based programs offer a potential solution, but their effectiveness needs empirical assessment.This study aims to evaluate the impact of community-based diabetes management programs on key health parameters including Fasting Blood Glucose (FBG), Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), Body Mass Index (BMI), and Quality of Life (QoL). Methods: An observational study was conducted with 100 participants enrolled in community-based diabetes management programs. Parameters measured pre- and post-program included FBG, HbA1c, BMI, and QoL scores. Statistical significance was assessed using paired t-tests. Results: Post-intervention, significant improvements were observed. FBG levels decreased from an average of 160 mg/dL to 140 mg/dL (p < 0.001). HbA1c levels improved from 7.5% to 6.8% (p < 0.001). There was a reduction in BMI from 28 to 26.5 (p < 0.001), moving from the overweight category towards normal weight. QoL scores increased from 60/100 to 75/100 (p < 0.001), indicating enhanced self-perceived health and wellbeing. Conclusion: The study demonstrates that community-based diabetes management programs are effective in improving FBG, HbA1c levels, BMI, and QoL in participants. These findings suggest that such programs can be a valuable component in diabetes care and management strategies.